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Recent content by Dodge DeBoulet

  1. Dodge DeBoulet

    Video Editing software

    I used it for a number of years but dumped it with v9 as it refused to install on my Windows 10 x64 notebook. Their tech support was worthless ... I downloaded Davinci Resolve and never looked back. It's far superior and a relatively easy switch from VSPro.
  2. Dodge DeBoulet

    Low noise props

    What sort of "modified motor" does an original MP have? I'm not arguing with the improvements seen with the MP Platinum; the improved ESC and other electronics would likely have a positive effect. But I've seen claims in this thread that the low-noise props cause additional stress on the motors...
  3. Dodge DeBoulet

    My Spark won't Take off..

    If the props are spinning up but you're then getting a prop or motor error, it's time to send it to DJI for service. It's a hardware problem.
  4. Dodge DeBoulet

    Found a better gimbal protector

    You must have a different soft case than the one that came with my Spark. I can fit everything except the power supply for the 3-bay charger unless I stress things a bit, and I really don't want to do that.
  5. Dodge DeBoulet

    Spark battery connector

    I'm pretty sure he's talking about the connector on the battery itself that mates with the connector on the spark; he's essentially looking for some way to plug an alternative device/battery/cable into the spark itself using the pin design found on the battery. I'm not sure this is something...
  6. Dodge DeBoulet

    New DJI Osmo Action camera with dual-displays & RockSteady image stabilization

    It may have a few cool features, but you're right ... this is a very crowded field and I suspect it will be heavily discounted before long.
  7. Dodge DeBoulet

    The DJI's Osmo Sport Camera Announcement Is Hiding Something

    I'm thinking that @msinger's little photographic hint means he may know a bit more about DJI's new doohickey than just what's in the rumor mill ?
  8. Dodge DeBoulet

    Low noise props

    Very interesting video, but he doesn't really address the additional ESC/motor stress vs. extended flight time claim for the Mavic Pro (which lacks the updated electronics). DJI states specifically that benefits in flight time are realized: "Noise reduction and flight time are also enhanced when...
  9. Dodge DeBoulet

    Low noise props

    I'm not clear how excess demand on the motors can actually improve flying time, as indicated in the DJI Store blurb. The physics just don't make sense to me. Any thoughts on this, or should we assume it's DJI marketing BS? ;)
  10. Dodge DeBoulet

    A new life-changing tool for drone video editing?

    It's in the beta, but while the beta is available free, the feature is only enabled for "paid" users. Compared to the subscription cost for Adobe's software, though, Davinci (at $300) is still a pretty good deal.
  11. Dodge DeBoulet

    Dji car refresh

    There was no deduction on my remaining balance ... it's still at 2. I was pointing out that it would have decremented if it had been fixed under DCR.
  12. Dodge DeBoulet

    Dji car refresh

    Hmm. I received my replacement Spark on Thursday last week, but didn't get around to actually activating and flying it until Sunday. Haven't seen an email regarding DJI Care Refresh yet, though. There doesn't seem to be any way to determine the serial number to which DCR is linked in my DJI...
  13. Dodge DeBoulet

    "Switch WLAN Settings" Dialog after Warranty Replacement

    I finally got the opportunity to go flying yesterday after replacement of the Spark I bought back in December (the original had a defective USB port and I could not connect to it via DJI Assistant 2, nor would it show up as a storage device on my PC so that I could download pictures). I...
  14. Dodge DeBoulet

    Newbie Questions

    In my opinion, it's highly doubtful that 3rd party props will void the warranty. DJI does include language that covers this topic, but for all practical purposes it's unlikely that quality props such as Anbee's will be the cause of a malfunction. Should you have to return the Spark to DJI for...
  15. Dodge DeBoulet

    A new life-changing tool for drone video editing?

    And for us Davinci Resolve fans, the recently-available version 16 (in public beta, but quite stable) also includes this capability.